across

Example Sentences

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At the same time, I sensed a low hum of defeatism across campus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Dozens of California donors gave to at least five Senate candidates across the country, according to The Times’ analysis of the filing data.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

John Lennon, in particular, idolized Dylan, whose performance style resonates across such early Beatles tracks as “I’m a Loser” and “You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away.”

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

Police said increased patrols would be deployed in Epsom across the weekend.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

She starts talking again, but another message flashes across my screen.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam